Occasionally I read something I don’t like. Usually I learn something because of it. Sometimes I figure out I don’t like it halfway through, finish it, but then imagine a better ending.

I agree with the post, mostly. I don’t think anyone should read things they dislike, but I also think there are books that are required reading.

Reading a good summary or review may be enough, but not knowing who Romeo and Juliet are could be a problem even if not reading the book isn’t.